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Kuusakoski Group Oy (Kuusakoski)

Kuusakoski Group Oy, commonly known as Kuusakoski, is a leading Finnish company headquartered in Vantaa, Finland. Established in 1914, Kuusakoski has evolved into a prominent player in the recycling and waste management industry, with significant operations across Europe and Asia. The company specialises in the recycling of metals, electronics, and other materials, offering innovative solutions that prioritise sustainability and resource efficiency. With a strong commitment to environmental stewardship, Kuusakoski provides unique services that include the recovery of valuable materials from complex waste streams. The company has achieved notable milestones, positioning itself as a trusted partner in the circular economy. Kuusakoski's dedication to quality and innovation has solidified its reputation as a market leader, making it a key contributor to sustainable practices in the industry.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Kuusakoski Group Oy (Kuusakoski)'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

18

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Non-Ferrous Metal Reprocessing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

14

Industry Benchmark

Kuusakoski Group Oy (Kuusakoski)'s score of 18 is higher than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Kuusakoski Group Oy (Kuusakoski)'s reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Kuusakoski Group Oy reported total carbon emissions of approximately 77,865,000 kg CO2e globally. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 23,196,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 2,770,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions of around 51,899,000 kg CO2e, primarily from purchased goods and services. In 2021, the company recorded total emissions of about 60,156,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3, alongside Scope 1 emissions of approximately 24,968,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of about 3,268,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Kuusakoski has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company continues to focus on sustainability practices within the recycling industry, aiming to enhance its environmental performance.

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20212022
Scope 1
24,968,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
3,268,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
60,156,000
00,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kuusakoski Group Oy (Kuusakoski)'s primary industry is Secondary other non-ferrous metals for treatment, Re-processing of secondary other non-ferrous metals into new other non-ferrous metals, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Kuusakoski Group Oy (Kuusakoski) is headquartered in FI, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Kuusakoski Group Oy (Kuusakoski) is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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